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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2019 n GOURMET NEWS N H 6 White Coffee Celebrates 80 Years of Custom Coffee Service and Products Founder David White's interest in food and beverage distribution came at a tumultuous time in U.S. history. It was 1939, and Amer- icans were still suffering through the Great Depression. Government officials contem- plated entry into WWII after Germany in- vaded Poland. Citizens were seeking comfort in movies such as "The Wizard of Oz" and hit songs like "When the Saints Go March- ing In" by Louis Armstrong and Kate Smith's rendition of "God Bless America." In those days, coffee's appeal was prima- rily for its stimulating effect. The depression years had elevated coffee to a necessity for enduring long hours of work at low pay – if one could find work. By the late 1930s, cof- fee had become so entrenched as one of the few affordable, simple pleasures that em- ployers were increasingly providing coffee breaks for their employees. Initially, White operated through a partner- ship, White-Kobrick, that worked specifi- cally in office coffee supply. When David White branched out on his own, his company became White Coffee Corporation. In the 1950s, as coffee consumption climbed, David's son, Irwin White, (father of the cur- rent managers, Gregory and Jonathan White) joined the company. Success was first real- ized in the office coffee supply business and soon their reputation carried the firm over to foodservice. Coffee consumption peaked in 1962 and began a slow decline in the 1970s when it appeared that Americans were losing their taste for the brew. Instead of "packing it in," the Whites – Carole, Irwin's wife, at the helm as president, and Jonathan and Gregory – doubled down. The family provided educational seminars to customers around the country and at their plant located in the Astoria section of Queens. White Coffee believed its early focus on "specialty coffee" helped everyone and was out-front of a wave that swept the industry. Moreover, the White's innovated. During the 1970s, they imported Swiss Water for chemical-free decaffeination. White Coffee was one of the first companies to use vacuum packaging for extended shelf life. It offered organic and produced it in a unique format, "BioCup," which sold over a million single cups in the first month. After Irwin's passing in 1992, the staff under Carole White's leadership grew to over 100-plus employees that proudly work to offer 300 varieties of coffees, custom roasted with four-stage quality control accu- racy. "You don't keep customers for 10, 15, 20 years or more unless you keep them very satisfied," says Jonathan White, Executive Vice President. In the 2000s, White Coffee's customer base transitioned from smaller local businesses to regional and national chains, both in foodservice and retail. The White's licensing program of national brands launched with "Kahlúa" in 2009 and quickly led to Entenmann's ® and Jim Beam ® , among others. Numerous awards and accolades followed, including being named one of the top licensees in the world in 2017 by License Global Magazine and several nods from the World Beverage Inno- vation Awards and a 2018 feature in the Wall Street Journal. White Coffee is recognized in the industry as a leading "bespoke" producer for prominent brands and by name to its adoring consumers. White Coffee's products are available in retail outlets and online. For more information, go to www.white coffee.com or call 800.221.0140. Napa Valley Naturals Welcomed to the Stonewall Kitchen Family Stonewall Kitchen's family of brands is growing with the latest addition of Napa Val- ley Naturals. Founded in California's wine country, Napa Valley Naturals specializes in crafting exceptional oils and vinegars, many of which are certified organic and all of which are guaranteed delicious. Each item is made using only the best olives, grapes, seeds or nuts from the finest orchards and farms around the world to ensure a premium, pure flavor. Poured and packaged in eye- catching wine bottles, these products set the industry gold standard for taste. With unsurpassed quality, it's no surprise that Napa Valley Naturals is responsible for the top-selling olive oil and grapeseed oil on the U.S. natural food market and continues to be the No. 1 brand for balsamic and wine vinegars. Its commitment to sourcing or- ganic ingredients and dedication to process sets its products above the rest. Napa Valley Naturals' Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for example, is made using a cold-press method to extract the oil without the addi- tion of heat, an element that can de- stroy the delicate flavors and aromas of the olives. Left unrefined, this oil serves as the perfect finish- ing touch to freshly prepared soups, pizzas or pasta dishes. Similar care is used for its vine- gars: the Grand Reserve Balsamic Vinegar (25 Stars) employs centuries-old Italian aging techniques to create its dark color, syrupy texture and balanced sweet- and-tangy taste. The grape must fer- ments and matures in a series of cherry wood casks for a vinegar that's rich and beautifully complex. Mouth- wateringly good when reduced as a glaze and brushed over pork or chicken, it's also excellent drizzled over salads, fruit platters and cheeses. From culinary cooking oils to a va- riety of wine vinegars, Napa Valley Naturals has kitchen essentials cov- ered, crafting delicious products that have rightly earned praise from expert chefs and novice home cooks alike. Gourmet Offerings from Captain Foods Captain Foods, Inc. is a gourmet food com- pany based in Edgewater, Florida. It has been family owned since 1994, and is a proud member of the Fresh from Florida Program. The company's specialty gourmet products are made to bring a variety of uniqueness, heat and flavor to your meals for home cooks and master chefs. The team at Captain Foods has gained global success by offering excellent cus- tomer service and products superior in qual- ity. The product line consists of specialty hot sauces, grilling sauces, all-natural seasoning blends and spice grinders. Captain Redbeard and his First Mate (Doug and Kathy Feindt, Owners) have sailed the seven seas in search of unique and innovative ingredients to bring home to their blends and sauces. They bring the flavors of the Cap- tain's galley to your kitchen! Put it on the top of your priority list to try some of the company's 100% All Natural Sea- soning Blends, includ- ing the Garlic, Lemon and Herb Seasoning. This is an all-natural everyday spice that will boost the flavor of your next prepared dish. The savory combi- nation of garlic, onion, natural lemon flavor and other spices will enhance the flavor of your grilled chicken, seafood, veggies, meats and more. Captain Foods offers more than 30 great products for home cooks and master chefs to choose from. For more information, email hello@captain foods.com, call 386.428.5833 or go to www.captainfoods.com. Dutch Cheese Makers: Traditional Values, Old-World Craftsmanship Dutch Cheese Makers has been making cheese since 1890. It adheres to the strict tra- ditional values and old-world craftsmanship in creating the perfect taste, texture and qual- ity in every cheese it makes. For over a century, the company's cheese- makers have been recognized for their com- mitment to quality, purity, texture and taste. At Dutch Cheese Makers, every cheese of- fered is a direct result of their enduring com- mitment. The milk used in every Gouda variety is the freshest and purest Holland has to offer and is certified by the Dutch Authorities to ensure that it's 100 percent Dutch produced milk. The company's strict adherence to time-tested aging techniques help to draw out flavors and textures ideally suited for today's tastes, cuisines and lifestyles. Con- sider its classic Goudas, Italian-inspired Pareggio or any one of its other premium crafted young and aged cheeses. Dutch Cheese Makers also offers a direct line of contact to the cheesemaker without the middleman, thus reducing cost, not qual- ity. For more information, call 631.533.9202 or email the National Sales Manager at tsirera@dutchcheesemakers.com. DORVAL Introduces GNAW CHOCOLATE GNAW CHOCOLATE LTD. is the newest line to join the DORVAL portfolio. The GNAW CHOCOLATE bars are handcrafted in England in small batches and feature quirky, eye catching packaging, high quality ingredients sourced locally and from around the world and contain no artificial colors or flavors. "We were approached by GNAW, who were looking for U.S. distribution of their unique handcrafted chocolate bars. From the moment we saw and tasted their line, and learned about their passion for creating fun, playful chocolates, we felt that their premium bars belonged on the shelves. We've seen de- mand continue to grow for artisanal chocolate with socially responsible, sustainable sourc- ing," says Roberta Cappel, Dorval's Presi- dent. GNAW prides itself on being an ethical company, sourcing cocoa only from farms in Brazil and West Africa, and its factory is powered by 100 percent renewable energy. GNAW is an innovative premium chocolate brand with exciting and imagi- native flavors such as Ba- nanas Foster, Rocky Road, Peanut Butter, Snowberry Crunch, Mint Choc Chip and Crystal- lized Ginger. They are also GMO free. All bars are 3.5 ounces and are packed in 10-count or 12-count shelf-ready displays depend- ing on the flavor. Each carton is packed 6x12ct. The new GNAW line is available now. About Dorval Trading Co., Ltd. Dorval Trading Co., Ltd., is an importer of an extensive range of high-quality con- fectionery products from major manu- facturers around the world. Dorval has grown into a signif- icant presence in the confectionery and specialty distribution arena. Dorval cele- brated its 50th anniversary in business in 2016. For more information, call 800.367.8252, email info@dorvaltrading.com or go to www.dorvaltrading.com.

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